Orthodontic Dental Assistant

High End Hiring; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K after one year

Life Insurance

Job summary

High End Hiring partners with a prestigious orthodontic center to recruit a Hands-On Orthodontic Dental Assistant. You will be actively involved chairside, delivering high-quality care and supporting the doctor with orthodontic procedures, including clear aligner cases.

This full-time role requires at least 2 years of hands-on orthodontic dental assisting experience and a valid dental assistant certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on orthodontic dental assisting experience.
• Full-time availability
• Valid dental assistant certification

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures with a focus on efficiency and precision.
• Work closely with the doctor on clear aligner treatment cases from start to finish.
• Maintain detailed electronic patient charts including treatment plans and progress notes.
• Educate patients with clear, thorough instructions on orthodontic care and proper oral hygiene.
• Contribute to a supportive, team-oriented environment that prioritizes excellent patient care

Skills

Chairside assistance

Orthodontic experience

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

Job description

Join Our Prestigious Orthodontic Team as a Hands-On Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Our well-established and highly respected Orthodontic center is seeking a skilled, motivated, Orthodontic Dental Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on clinical environment. This is not an observational role- you will be actively involved in delivering high-quality orthodontic care and working chairside with the doctor(s) every day.

In this role, your practical, real-world experience in an orthodontic practice will be essential. You’ll play a direct role in transforming smiles while helping create a positive, comfortable, and welcoming experience for every patient.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide hands-on chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures with a strong focus on efficiency, precision, and professionalism
• Work closely with the doctor(s), especially on clear aligner treatment cases, from start to finish
• Maintain detailed and accurate electronic patient charts, including treatment plans, progress notes, and appointment documentation
• Educate patients by delivering clear, thorough instructions on orthodontic care and proper oral hygiene
• Contribute to a supportive, team-oriented environment that prioritizes excellent patient care

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, can start as early as 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM as late as

If you’re passionate about orthodontics and value hands-on clinical experience where your skills truly matter, this is an excellent opportunity to grow and make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

• Minimum of 2 years of hands on orthodontic dental assisting experience
• Full-time availability
• Valid dental assistant certification

• $28.00-$35.00/hour (based on experience)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K after one year
• Life Insurance